Out on the Floor
Dobie Gray
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Yeah, yeah, yeah, babe's it's out of sight Out on the floor each night, I'm really movin' The band's is wailin' right i feel like groovin' The chicks are out of sight and I am approving The crowd is in tonight beggin' for more While I'm gettin' my kicks, out on the floor Out on the floor tonight, I feel like singin' The beat is running right and guitars are ringin' I'm really on tonight and everything's swingin' The room is packed up tight, lined at the door, yeah, yeah So I'm gettin' my kicks, out on the floor Yeah, yeah, yeah, babe's it's out of sight When I'm out on the floor, it makes me feel like a king Everybody here, don't you know what I mean It makes me wanna move (makes me wanna move) It makes me feel that groove (make me feel that groove) I wanna twist and shout (makes me twist and shout) Said work it on out (make me work it on out) When I feel that beat (feel that beat), I gotta move my feet Out on the floor tonight, I feel like singin' The beat is hot and bright, guitars are ringin' The chicks are out of sight everything's swingin' The room is packed up tight, lined at the door, oh, yeah So I'm gettin' my kicks, out on the floor ( I got some more) Don't you feel that beat, down in in your feet
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Written by: FRED DARIAN, ALFRED V. DE LORY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Out on the Floor" was a song written by American songwriter Billy Page, and performed by singer Dobie Gray. It was released in 1966 as the B-side of Gray's single "Be A Man."
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Music GenreThe song is classified under Northern Soul, a music and dance movement from the United Kingdom in the late 60s and 70s. The movement was all about showcasing underappreciated American Soul records from the 60s.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity on the Northern Soul scene, the song didn't chart in the U.S., largely because it wasn't the A-side of the single.
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In Clubs and Dance-floors"Out on the Floor" became very popular in Northern Soul clubs in the 70s and is still a staple on the scene today. The song's title refers to a staple of the Northern Soul scene: dancing out on the club floor until the early hours of the morning.
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Cover versionsIn 1978, the song was covered by the band The Boys, which was released as the B-side to their single "Let It Rain."
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Song's IdentityThe song is mainly known for its fast tempo and energetic soul vibe, which makes it ideal for the dance-oriented Northern Soul scene. It is like an anthem in this genre.
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Dobie Gray's Musical JourneyUntil this day, "Out on the Floor" remains one of Dobie Gray's most beloved songs, despite the singer's versatile career that embraced country, pop, and soul genres. Dobie Gray is probably best known for his 1973 hit, "Drift Away."
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ImpactThe song plays an important part in the documentary "The Strange World Of Northern Soul." Thus, highlighting its impactful role and influence in this cultural movement.
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Recent PerformancesThe song has often been performed live by contemporary Northern Soul bands such as The Snake Davis Band in recent years.-
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In Popular Media"Out on the Floor" has also been featured in several compilations and mixed tapes throughout the years, further cementing its status in Northern Soul history.
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